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LoC No.: 10004181
Title: Watch and ward
Original Publication: Boston: Houghton, Osgood and Company, 1878.
Note: First published in the Atlantic monthly, 1871.
Note: Wikipedia page on this work: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watch_and_Ward
Note: Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Al Haines
Summary: "Watch and Ward" by Henry James is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Roger Lawrence, a meticulous and somewhat awkward young man who is deeply affected by an encounter with a troubled man at his hotel, whose emotional turmoil resonates with Roger's own romantic struggles. The novel explores themes of love, responsibility, and the complexities of human relationships through Roger's experiences, particularly regarding his feelings for Isabel Morton and his unexpected journey toward becoming a guardian for an orphaned girl named Nora. The opening of "Watch and Ward" introduces Roger Lawrence, who arrives in town with the intent to pursue a romantic connection with Isabel Morton, reflecting on his own lack of confidence and romantic disappointment. As he prepares for this endeavor, he witnesses the distress of a desperate stranger, which prompts Roger to reconsider his own circumstances and sense of obligation. The narrative captures the nuances of Roger's introspective journey, alongside his contemplation of relationships and the challenges they entail. Significantly, it foreshadows his transformation as he becomes involved in the life of Nora, the daughter of the deceased man, marking the beginning of a poignant exploration into themes of paternal love and duty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: James, Henry, 1843-1916
EBook No.: 72355
Published: Dec 8, 2023
Downloads: 93
Language: English
Subject: Love stories
Subject: Mate selection -- Fiction
Subject: Guardian and ward -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 10004181
Title: Watch and ward
Original Publication: Boston: Houghton, Osgood and Company, 1878.
Note: First published in the Atlantic monthly, 1871.
Note: Wikipedia page on this work: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watch_and_Ward
Note: Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Al Haines
Summary: "Watch and Ward" by Henry James is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Roger Lawrence, a meticulous and somewhat awkward young man who is deeply affected by an encounter with a troubled man at his hotel, whose emotional turmoil resonates with Roger's own romantic struggles. The novel explores themes of love, responsibility, and the complexities of human relationships through Roger's experiences, particularly regarding his feelings for Isabel Morton and his unexpected journey toward becoming a guardian for an orphaned girl named Nora. The opening of "Watch and Ward" introduces Roger Lawrence, who arrives in town with the intent to pursue a romantic connection with Isabel Morton, reflecting on his own lack of confidence and romantic disappointment. As he prepares for this endeavor, he witnesses the distress of a desperate stranger, which prompts Roger to reconsider his own circumstances and sense of obligation. The narrative captures the nuances of Roger's introspective journey, alongside his contemplation of relationships and the challenges they entail. Significantly, it foreshadows his transformation as he becomes involved in the life of Nora, the daughter of the deceased man, marking the beginning of a poignant exploration into themes of paternal love and duty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: James, Henry, 1843-1916
EBook No.: 72355
Published: Dec 8, 2023
Downloads: 93
Language: English
Subject: Love stories
Subject: Mate selection -- Fiction
Subject: Guardian and ward -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.